Depression

A new study was recently published in JAMA Psychiatry on the link between hormonal contraception and depression. The study concluded that the use of hormonal contraception – including birth control pills, implants and patches – especially among adolescents, was associated with subsequent use of antidepressants and a first diagnosis of depression, suggesting depression as a potential side effect of hormonal contraceptive use.READ MORE

Actress Kristen Bell recently opened up about her struggle with anxiety and depression, as reported on People.com. She made the point that no one should be ashamed to ask for help, and she is right. The question is, what kind of help is best?READ MORE

Do you not feel like yourself anymore, but you can’t figure out why? Do you cry for no reason? Or maybe you constantly ask yourself “why am I depressed?” Learn about a very common cause of depression in women.READ MORE

The Christmas season is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year. Yet, are you not feeling very festive? In fact, are you feeling sad or depressed? You’re not alone. This is actually quite common around the holidays, and there are some natural things you can do to help beat depression.READ MORE